REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Job description

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we are raising the world’s expectations for how much good food can do! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer great benefits and advancement opportunities.

This position has a starting base pay range from $31. 70 to $45.07 per hour based on experience.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for logging time and materials into computerized maintenance management system daily in the form of work orders, P.M.s, etc. Daily communication of all pertinent information regarding system operation and maintenance to departmental management and maintenance teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Housekeeping and cleanup of refrigeration machine rooms, refrigeration maintenance areas, and all project areas on a daily basis.
• Required to interpret and understand plans and specifications, schematics, operating and maintenance manuals, etc. for systems being overseen.
• Assist management in developing standard operating procedures, daily work schedules, and duty cycles for all repairs and maintenance for refrigeration and HVAC systems.
• Assist in managing outside mechanical and refrigeration contractors conducting service, repair and new contract work.
• Assist the building and material handling equipment maintenance teams.
• Duties will include assisting in general building repairs, electrical troubleshooting and repairs, and other general maintenance activities.
• Be willing and able to tolerate temperatures of 35 degrees or below for entire shift. Be able to lift 40-60 pounds to shoulder height repeatedly.
• Be able to walk and stand on cement floor for the shift duration. Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Must have basic math skills and computer knowledge.
• Ability to read and comprehend product specifications sheets, assess equipment and demonstrate basic mechanical knowledge, work well without direct supervision and demonstrate leadership ability.
• Willing to obtain OSHA Level A Hazmat Certification (24 Hours, Medical Certification) and Incident Command Training (8 Hours) within 90 days of employment.
• Willing to obtain RETA (CIRO) Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator Certification within 1 year of hire to attain Refrigeration Technician level III classification. Ability to assess equipment and demonstrate mechanical knowledge. Working knowledge of USDA regulations, plant sanitation standards and procedures.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 2 years experience in Refrigeration/Ammonia/Electrical/HVAC.
• Education: Refrigeration/Electrical Trade School Certification or Equivalent, RETA -Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator (CARO) Certification, or Associate 2-year Degree in HVAC, Ammonia Refrigeration & CFC Certification. Or any combination of experience, education, and training.